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A Bolsonaro victory could push Brazil further from the European Union, according to former MEP and vice-chair of the EU-Brazil delegation João Albuquerque. Speaking on Euronews’ flagship live morning show Europe Today, he said Lula helped bring the two sides closer on trade, climate and democratic values, including progress on the Mercosur deal. A shift to the right could now put those ties at risk and bring Brazil closer to Donald Trump’s agenda.
Published on 05/10/2026 – 11:16 GMT+2 The FBI arrested a woman at Los Angeles International Airport as she was leaving the country and accused her of spying on the Taiwan president’s family for China. Wanying Zhang, also known as Heather, surveilled the Taiwanese president’s son and his family for the Chinese government while she was in the United States, according to the FBI. Zhang, 34, was arrested on charges of working for China as an unregistered agent, Assistant US State Attorney Bill Essayli announced on social media. Zhang took photos and videos of her targets and sent license plate information…
The euro fell to a 17-month low against the US dollar at the start of the week, as fiscal and political risks in Paris and Madrid revived memories of the eurozone debt crisis. The euro touched $1.1161 during Asian trading, after four consecutive weekly losses, and stood at around $1.12 at the European open, recovering slightly. Analysts at Dutch bank ING warned in a note on Friday that the market could “easily add another 2% in risk premium to the euro” if the bond sell-off extended. The spread between French and German 10-year bond yields stands at roughly 146 basis…
Is it too early to start thinking about New Year’s resolutions? Well, if more travel in 2027 has been on your mind, perhaps a luxury trip should make that list, too. Offering inspiration for high-end tourism, Virtuoso’s 2027 Luxe Report draws on insights from more than 3,100 travel advisors across more than 50 countries to reveal what will shape luxury travel in the coming year. According to those surveyed by the global network of agencies, 59% of advisors predict spending on trips will increase modestly and 13% forecast a significant increase, while a further 23% expect spending to remain at…
Mixed track record Sánchez used the televised address announcing the snap elections to highlight what his minority coalition government had achieved since coming to office in 2023. The prime minister emphasized the strides Spain has made on the economic front, becoming “the fastest-growing economy in the entire European Union, leading in job creation,” and underscored the continued investments in green energy that have made the country a renewables powerhouse. He also highlighted his own role on the international stage, where he has gained prominence as one of the Western leaders to most forcefully condemn bothTrump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
Former European Council President Charles Michel said that the EU must have a stronger role in resolving conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. Speaking on Euronews’ flagship live morning show Europe Today, he called it a failure that Europe is not at the negotiating table, arguing that the bloc must become more sovereign and resilient. Michel said security and the economy are increasingly intertwined and urged EU leaders to strengthen Europe’s influence and defend its interests.
Dogs, a turtle and even a pet snail were among the animals blessed with holy water in Manila and Santiago on Sunday, as owners brought them to church to mark the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi. Priests prayed over the animals while families waited with their pets inside and outside the churches. In Manila, dogs sat beside their owners in church pews as priests blessed them one by one. One owner said the ceremony offered a chance to show gratitude for animals regarded as part of the family. Malate Church also provided free vaccinations for dogs and cats.…
Is Andy Burnham an easier opponent for the Conservatives than Sir Keir Starmer? At the Tory conference in Birmingham, Kemi Badenoch’s team sniff a chance to attack the prime minister – with a particular chance to seize on and attack his economic argument. Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy pore over Badenoch’s “The Right Way” pamphlet and how she plans to take the fight to Reform UK in the north and the Liberal Democrats in the southeast. Elsewhere, Anne has been speaking to shadow work and pensions secretary Helen Whately – who has a couple of blunt messages for Burnham. Plus,…
Migration was one of the main topics on the agenda of last week’s Justice and Home Affairs Council in Luxembourg. This Council followed the Munich Migration Meeting on 26 September, where several ministers called for faster returns, stronger external border controls and a bigger operational role for Frontex. On October 1st, the Council gave its final green light to new rules for more effective returns of people with no legal right to stay in the EU. These rules, due to enter into force in the coming weeks, complement the Pact on Migration and Asylum and support its implementation. Commissioner Magnus…
Flooding has left streets, roads and fields across parts of Catalonia covered in muddy water and debris. Aerial footage shows swollen rivers in Pineda de Mar and flooded residential areas in Vilanova del Vallès, while firefighters pump out water and emergency crews navigate damaged roads. Two people have died and another remains missing after heavy rain hit northeastern Spain, according to authorities. The missing person was reportedly swept away by a stream in the town, north of Barcelona. A red alert was issued on Saturday as torrential rain affected Barcelona, Girona and surrounding areas, with residents urged to stay indoors.